Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar Discharged After Brief Hospital Visit

The News Gateway Bureau

Updated At:06.02 PM IST | Jan 18, 2026

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Chandigarh, January 18

Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar was rushed to Fortis Hospital, Mohali, on Sunday after complaining of breathlessness and chest pain. The veteran leader had first reported discomfort early in the morning and was taken to a Panchkula hospital before being shifted to Fortis for advanced care. Following a thorough medical evaluation, Jakhar was declared stable and discharged the same day.

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